Alison Stieven-Taylor
Writing is my passion. I've been a freelance journalist for more than a decade and have written for a variety of magazines from Rolling Stone to Cleo and just about everything inbetween - I've had my work published in more than 50 different titles. I've written about rock stars, movie stars, photographers, food, travel destinations, urban infrastructure, architecture, lifestyle and leisure.
I'm the author of two books. My latest book is Rock Chicks The Hottest Female Rockers from the 1960's to Now (2007) which features mini biographies on more than twenty of the greatest rock women from Janis Joplin and Chrissie Hynde, to PJ Harvey and Pink. It's a paperback with coloured photos taken by legendary rock photographer Tony Mott and its cover folds out to a wall poster. A year after Rock Chicks' release I still get asked to come on radio shows and talk about rock music a topic I never get bored with. This book has been released internationally and is available from Amazon
My first book was The Price of Love (2005) an expose on the dating industry, The Price of Love looks at all the dating channels and services that claim they can help you find love. It is the 'lurve' industry with its pants down and it isn't always pretty.
I've worked as a TV commercial writer/director on national campaigns, a magazine editor, advertising copywriter, in corporate and consumer journalism and have run writing workshops. I've studied narrative in film and documentary and I've been taught by one of the great masters of screenwriting, Robert McKee; his Story Workshop gave me skills that are valuable across all writing genres.
When I'm not writing I'm out taking photographs and in recent years have held three exhibitions focusing on conceptual architectural photography. I now live in Melbourne, Australia, but have lived in LA where I worked in the music biz and had a ball.
I'm inspired by and interested in so many topics, and believe that everyday teaches us something new.
Latest Articles
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Hot Air Ballooning In Australia
In every State and Territory in Australia there is a range of hot air ballooning experiences awaiting the adventurous soul or the hopeless romantic.
Jul 1, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Day Trip To Red Hill in Victoria, Australia
Daytrippers keen to get out of Melbourne can take a drive down to Red Hill on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula and discover gourmet delights and world class wines.
May 13, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Prey: Natalie Bassingthwaighte's Feature Film
This week in Australia the candy-horror film Prey premieres. Starring "It" girl of the moment Natalie Bassingthwaighte expectations are high for this local production.
May 6, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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What's On In The Yarra Valley
Less than an hour's drive north east from Melbourne is the beautiful Yarra Valley with its world-class wineries and gourmet foods.
May 6, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Health Benefits of Mushrooms
Not only do these fungi taste good, they are also a powerhouse of minerals and antioxidants and should be on everyone's shopping list.
May 2, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Beatles' Harrison Shines On Walk Of Fame
Eight years after his death George Harrison, the youngest of the Fab Four, has been given his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Apr 25, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Cheese Making Made Easy
Cheese is a food that most of us love and one that is found in almost every kitchen. And it is surprisingly easy to make at home.
Apr 14, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Venezia: Book Review
Having made a successful career out of her passion for exotic foods and romantic locations author and chef Tessa Kiros inspires with her new book Venezia.
Apr 14, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Coldplay Kings of Leon Provide Relief
The fundraising events continue around Australia in support of those who lost loved ones and homes in the Black Saturday bushfires that devastated Victoria.
Mar 18, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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Patti Smith Protests Israeli Bombing of Lebanon
Outraged by the killing of children in the 2006 Israeli Palestinian conflict Patti Smith joined forces with renowned photographer Paolo Pellegrin on the exhibition Qana.
Mar 3, 2009
- Alison Stieven-Taylor
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